Maybe it’s loose garbage blowing across your parking lot that has you rethinking your open bins. Or, maybe it’s stomach-turning odors and pest problems. Regardless of the reason, you’ve decided industrial compactors are the way to go.
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But how do you know you’re getting a great quality product?
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What you need to know before making your industrial compactors purchase:
The higher the compaction ratio, the more you’ll save on future garbage hauling costs. This is where you’ll see some significant ROI, so look for a:
Are you looking to install a compactor at an apartment or a restaurant?
Your renters and diners certainly won’t appreciate having their quiet evenings disturbed by a noisy garbage compactor grinding away, so give this careful consideration.
66 decibels is a standard acceptable level—and it’s UL & ETL approved.
Industrial compactors are an investment—and a solid warranty can give you the confidence to feel that your investment is a good one.
So, be sure to find out if the warranty covers the power unit, the compactor structure, and labor—and if so, for how long.
Let’s face it—waste equipment manufacturers and their resellers are trying to make a buck. So, getting in touch with the people who are using their products in the real world can give you some great insight.
Get those names and numbers. Find out how satisfied they are with not only their compactor, but with the service they received before and after the sale. Did they run into an issue? Find out if they felt it was resolved quickly and fairly.
For starters, ask about the thickness of their steel. Side walls of ¼” and floors of 3/8” will give you give you the solid, I-can-count-on-it construction you’re looking for.
Can you visit the manufacturer’s site? Is there a reseller nearby? Check out their industrial compactors in person.
You’ll want to get a close-up look and ensure you don’t see waves or pits in the steel.
Look closely at the welds, too.
These two welds show the difference between a good weld (bottom) and a poor weld (top).
A common welder’s mistake is a too-slow travel speed, which results in an increased amount of heat and excessively large weld bead.
These are the same welds shown from a side view. Notice the warping of the thin material caused by excessive heat.
If this were a larger piece of sheet metal, like that found in body panels, the warping would not allow for a correct fit and would throw off any other body measurements.
You’ll want to look for features like low oil shutdown, bottom door locks, and seals that prevent leakage.
If features are optional, include those additional costs into your price comparison.
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A proper paint job will extend the life of your industrial compactors, so make sure the manufacturer doesn’t cut corners.
Does the manufacturer use a metal cleaner and phosphatizer? (These are designed for use in spray wash cabinets and immersion systems as part of a multi-metal pre-paint process.)
Will your compactors be primed and painted inside and out? They should be.
How long have they been in business?
You’ll speak to current customers, of course—but you’ll want to do an Internet search, as well.
If an unscrupulous manufacturer happens to be on your list, you may find customer complaints online—and that’s something you’ll want to know before you make the mistake of handing over your check.
How long will it take for your compactors to arrive after you place your order?
Will the manufacturer transport your waste equipment with their truck or do they hire a carrier? And, how do you unload the equipment?
If you have your own equipment, can you pick up your compactor at the manufacturer’s location?
How much does it cost to ship the equipment—and will it be insured?
These are all important questions to consider as you narrow the field.
This is a big consideration, of course, but make sure you’re comparing apples-to-apples. A poorly constructed compactor with fewer features and lots of hidden costs may appear to be a bargain, but—trust us—it’s not.
As with anything in life, you get what you pay for.
Ready to begin your search?
We hope so. A quality-built compactor can improve the cleanliness and safety of your work environment, while also saving you money.
If you feel like you need a little bit of guidance to find the right industrial compactors for you, give us a shout.
If you’re a first time compactor buyer, shopping for a compactor can be a pretty tough task. There aren’t a lot of quality resources available to answer your questions, or to help you select the best machine for your particular business need. We’d like to help you get started by providing answers to some of the most commonly asked questions that we encounter. We hope that this information will help you select the ideal compactor for your application. If you would like further assistance please contact us at 1-800-678- and we would be happy to help.
Why do I need a compactor?
Businesses have a variety of reasons for using compactors, but the most common reason is to reduce costs. The primary cost driver for waste disposal is generally the transportation cost that‘s associated with getting the waste from your place of business, to the landfill, incinerator, or material recovery facility. Compactors reduce the cost of transportation by compacting or densifying the waste into a fixed volume container. This volume reduction effectively reduces the amount of transport that is required to get your waste to its final destination. Fewer trips with the truck result in lower costs for the business. Most compactors provide a 4 to 1 compaction ratio. That means for every 4 truckloads of loose waste taken to the landfill, the same quantity of compacted waste would only require 1 trip. So by using a compactor, you can save much of the time and energy associated with waste removal, and ultimately, money.
Even though cost reduction may be the primary reason compactors are used, there are other valid reasons that businesses may use compactors instead of dumpsters or “open top” containers. Compactors discourage dumpster diving and scavenging, and they prevent unauthorized dumping by the general public. They also promote cleanliness in the waste collection area and reduce problems with rodents, insects, and odors that are commonly associated with dumpsters. Compactors can also free up space by reducing the number of dumpsters or front load cans that are required on your property.
How do I determine the right size of compactor?
If you’ve decided that a compactor will save you money or solve some of the problems you have with your waste removal, the next step is to determine what size compactor you need. There are generally two issues to consider when sizing your compactor.
What is the total volume of waste (in cubic yards) that my business generates each week?
The answer to this question will determine the amount of containment that you need with your compactor. The higher your weekly waste volume, the more containment you need to maximize the time between pickups. Compactor container sizes range from 2 cubic yard front load cans all the way up to 45 cubic yard compactor containers.
What is the largest or bulkiest type of waste that will be thrown into the compactor? The answer to this question will determine the size of the hopper and compactor charge chamber required on your compactor. Bulky items can jam up the infeed of the compactor, so the charge chamber, access door, and hopper must be able to accommodate the largest items that you plan to dispose of. Our smallest compactor has ½ cubic yard of charge chamber capacity. It can accept bagged household trash at the bottom of a high rise apartment chute system. Our largest compactor has a charge chamber of 15 cubic yards, which is large enough to consume a garbage truck’s entire contents.
How do I determine which type of compactor I need?
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